Innovating Karma: The Allure of Kaveya and Gyesera EVs

New EV BEAUTY - When the word "Karma" comes up, your mind might immediately flash to the original Fisker Karma—a vehicle that, despite the visionary efforts of designer and multi-startup founder Henrik Fisker, ultimately faced failure. However, this setback didn't mark the end for Karma Automotive. Even after Henrik Fisker's departure and the acquisition of assets in 2016, the Karma continued to be produced under the new brand, with the original sedan rebranded as Revero, and GS-series.

Now, Karma is preparing to reinvigorate itself as a truly high-end, all-electric and all-American vehicle manufacturer with a new hyper GT coupe: The 2026 Karma Kaveya EV. (Picture from: BLackXperience)

Following that, Karma embarked on an innovative journey, revealing a range of captivating concept cars, including the Karma SC1 Vision Concept and the Karma SC2 EV in 2019. The brand's journey doesn't conclude there; it progresses with the introduction of the Karma Revero GT and the Karma GT in 2020, a collaboration result with Pininfarina, further enhancing the brand's allure.

The Karma Kaveya EV described as an 'EV super coupe GT,' boasts a sleek profile with butterfly doors, sporty bumpers, a gracefully curved greenhouse, slim headlights, taillights, and a retractable rear spoiler. (Picture from: BLackXperience)

Now, Karma is poised for a renaissance, positioning itself as a premium, all-electric, and all-American vehicle manufacturer. The latest unveiling includes not just one but two ultra-luxurious electric vehicles: the Karma Kaveya and Gyesera. These creations, crafted by Michelle Christensen—the designer behind the second generation of the famed Acura NSX—represent a bold leap into the future.

The Karma Kaveya EV has debuted at the Las Vegas Concours d'Elegance Wynn. (Picture from: InsideEVs)

The Karma Kaveya, described as an 'EV super coupe GT,' boasts a sleek profile with butterfly doors, sporty bumpers, a gracefully curved greenhouse, slim headlights, taillights, and a retractable rear spoiler. The name "Kaveya" derives from Sanskrit, specifically "Kavya," translating to "poetry in motion," the appended "E" signals its electric nature.

Another unique element to the Karma Kaveyas interior is the use of a butterfly (or yoke) steering wheel. (Picture from: MotorTrend)

The Kaveya will be offered in two versions, both exceeding 400 kilometers in range. The first, a 536-horsepower rear-wheel-drive variant, is set to debut in the fourth quarter of 2025. Following closely, the second variant, an all-wheel-drive powerhouse with 1,180 horsepower, is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.

The idea of the Karma Kaveya EV was to bring back the traditional design of an American GT coupe. (Picture from: BLackXperience)

With a combined torque of 1,270 pound-feet, the flagship Karma Kaveya targets an impressive 0-60 mph acceleration in under 3 seconds and a top speed surpassing 180 mph. Both versions will be equipped with a 120-kilowatt-hour battery, enabling a rapid 45-minute charge from 10 to 80 percent.

The Gyesera was Karma's initial foray into the realm of all-electric 'touring sedans,' the teaser images reveal a design akin to the Kaveya, featuring a coupe-like profile. (Picture from: InsideEVs)

Shifting attention to the Gyesera, Karma's initial foray into the realm of all-electric 'touring sedans,' the teaser images reveal a design akin to the Kaveya, featuring a coupe-like profile. The Gyesera will sport a rear-wheel-drive electric powertrain generating 590 horsepower and 693 pound-feet of torque, accomplishing 0-60 acceleration in under 4.2 seconds and reaching a top speed exceeding 135 mph. Like its sibling Kaveya, it will be equipped with a 120 kWh battery, ensuring a range of over 250 miles.

Emphasizing exclusivity, all Karma vehicles are set to be low-volume productions, promising a unique driving experience. The pivotal question remains: will consumers embrace Karma's rebranding positively, or will lingering memories from the Fisker Automotive era overshadow these promising strides? Only time will tell and validate the journey ahead. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | KARMA AUTOMOTIVE | MOTORTREND | INSIDEEVS ]

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